A proactive traffic stop by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office early this morning resulted in the arrest of a driver on multiple drug charges. At approximately 2:33 a.m., a deputy conducted a…
Roy Lamar Fortune, 75 of Caryville, Florida Passes on February 16, 2026, at Graceville Health Center
Roy Lamar Fortune, age 75, of Caryville, Florida passed away February 16, 2026, at Graceville Health Center in Graceville, Florida. He was born on May 2, 1950, in Hartford, Alabama. Mr. Fortune…
Edmond Louis Sirois Jr, 90 of Chipley, Florida Passes on February 5, 2026
Edmond Louis Sirois Jr, 90, of Chipley, Fl. passed away on February 5, 2026. Edmond “Lou” Sirois was born on September 6, 1935, in Waterberry, Connecticut, to Edmond and Beatrice Sirois. Master…
George ‘Tommy’ Tharp, 74 of Alford, Florida Passes on February 15, 2026
George “Tommy” Tharp, 74 of Alford, Florida, passed from this life on February 15, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Tommy was born on April 18, 1951, in Washington…
City of Dothan, Alabama City Commission Meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Video)
The City of Dothan, Alabama City Commission met on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
Walton County, Florida Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Video)
The Walton County, Florida Affordable Housing Advisory Committee met on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
Holmes County, Florida Board of Commissioners Meets on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (Video)
The Holmes County, Florida Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Jason Brown and Emily Pettis for Methamphetamine
On February 16, 2026, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office investigators responded to a camper located on Curry Ferry Road in reference to information received regarding illegal drug activity. Upon arrival, investigators made contact…
9-Year-Old Boy Killed, Three Children Critically Injured in ATV Crash on Sunday February 15, 2026
A 9-year-old boy was killed and three other children were critically injured in an ATV crash Sunday night, Feb. 15, according to a Florida Highway Patrol press release. Troopers say the 9-year-old…
Richard Paul Madden, 90 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on February 16, 2026, at Clifford Chester Sims Nursing Home
Richard Paul Madden, age 90, of Bonifay, Florida passed away February 16, 2026, at Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans’ Nursing Home in Panama City, Florida. He was born on February 22, 1935,…
US Weather Service Advises Very Warm Weather This Week, With Inland Highs in 80’s
The US Weather Service advises of very warm weather arrives later this week. Our forecast calls for inland highs in the low 80s. These numbers will challenge daily records for late February….
Thomas R. Paine, 71 Passes on February 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas R. Paine, affectionately known as “Tommy,” who left this world on February 12, 2026, at his home. Born on May…
George Walten Gauss, 78 of Westville, Florida Passes on February 12, 2026
George Walten Gauss, age 78, of Westville, Florida, passed away February 12, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 25, 1947, in Chipley, Florida. George was preceded in death by…
William Mitchel Bolden, 68 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on February 14, 2026
William Mitchel Bolden, age 68, of Bonifay, Florida, passed away February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on July 8, 1957, in Graceville, Jackson County, Florida to the late Joseph…
Margaret Elaine Roche, 73 of Washington County, Florida Passes on February 13, 2026 at Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center
Margaret Elaine Roche, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted community member, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. Born on March…
Walter Carl Braxton Jr., 92 of Westville, Florida Passes on February 14, 2026
Walter Carl Braxton Jr., age 92, of Westville, Florida passed away February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on March 11, 1933, in Westville, Florida to the late Walter Carl…
Strawberry Shortcake Queen Pageant People’s Choice Voting Now Open
Who will be crowned the Strawberry Shortcake Queen People’s Choice Winner? PEOPLE’S CHOICE VOTING IS NOW OPEN! This special title goes to the contestant with the MOST votes — and the winner…
Roger Evans Retires from West Florida Electric Cooperative Following 30 Years of Service
‘Our dedicated employees are what makes West Florida Electric Cooperative the success that it is’, said George Clayton Owens, WFECA Trustee for District 6, in reference to the retirement ceremonies of Roger…
WestPoint Home Factory Outlet in Chipley, Florida Offers Lowest Prices on Name Brands
WestPoint Home Bed & Bath Factory Outlet in Chipley, Florida has offered the lowest prices in the Florida Panhandle on name brand household items, including comforters, sheets and pillows, towels, apparel and…
February 16 is National Do A Grouch A Favor Day
For those with a grouch in their lives — which is actually most of us — there is nothing better than Do A Grouch A Favor Day, which is celebrated on February…